1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 41 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica, 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
