1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 380 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 1961 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
