1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 6 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 406 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
