1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Bristol | Panoz |
Model | 406 | AIV |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 59 L |