1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 210 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 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 406 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2400 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |
