1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic 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 Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 75 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 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 Picnic, 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 406 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1987 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |