1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 22 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 26 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 406 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 74 L |
