1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind 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 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
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 Renault Wind (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Wind |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
