1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 45 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406. 2006 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1961 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1961 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
