1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey 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 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Bristol 406 | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Bristol | Jensen |
Model | 406 | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |