1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1218 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 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 406 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
