1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
