1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 44 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Bristol 406.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Bristol 406 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 406 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |