1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 32 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1959 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 406 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |