1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 153 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
