1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 32 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 406 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
