1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 47 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
Model | 406 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |