1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Seat Leon. 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, 2004 Seat Leon, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2004 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
