1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 21 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 550 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 406 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3020 mm |
