1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 25 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 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Venturi |
| Model | 406 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| 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 | 1285 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 |
