1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1014 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
