1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 29 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 35 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Bristol | Venturi |
| Model | 406 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
