1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 31 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 565 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1960 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 406 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
