1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Bristol 406 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | 406 | Dart |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |