1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406.
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 Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 406 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
