1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, both 1961 Bristol 406 and 1961 Jaguar MK X were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 650 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
Model | 406 | MK X |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |