1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 25 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 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 240 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 406 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
