1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Bristol 406
To start off, both 1961 Aston Martin DB4 and 1961 Bristol 406 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Bristol 406 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DB4 | 406 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 81 L |