1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 560 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 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 406 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
