1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 12 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 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 1 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
