1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 87 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.
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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 406 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 54 L |
