1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 36 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, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Rover 220.
Because 1960 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Bristol 406 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
Make | Bristol | Rover |
Model | 406 | 220 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |