1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 50 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 171 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
