1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 16 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 406 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
