1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 43 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Donkervoort |
| Model | 406 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
