1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 14 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 230 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
