1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 47 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.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
