1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 22 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 40 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 406 | 930 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |