1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 40 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 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
