1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. 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 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | 406 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |