1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Bristol 406 | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Bristol | TVR |
Model | 406 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |