1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 12 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (127 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 406 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 57 L |
