1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 35 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 406 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
