1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1977 Reliant SE6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1977 Reliant SE6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Bristol | Reliant |
Model | 406 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |