1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 431 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.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 74 L |
