1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
