1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 15 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 225 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
