1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 144 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 406 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |