1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 330 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 406 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |