1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 495 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 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 406 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
