1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1971 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 100 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
