1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 11 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |
