1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 47 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
