1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 37 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 695 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406. 1997 GMC Safari 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. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 406 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
