1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1961 Bristol 406 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 406 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
