1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 27 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, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
Because 1961 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
