1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |
