1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
