1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 46 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 49 L |
