1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1961 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
