1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 52 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1448 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Bristol 406 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 406 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |