1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1961 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1961 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 406 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
