1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1965 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 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 2,216 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 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 406 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 37 L |
