1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 44 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 217 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
