1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 8 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 16 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. 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 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 406 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
