1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1961 Bristol 406 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M 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 39 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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 Bristol 406 | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
