1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 24 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Bristol 406.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
