1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 406 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
