1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 56 L |
