1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1032 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
