1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 260 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 406 | Granada |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |