1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
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 Rover 45, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 406 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 89.3 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
