1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 49 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 360 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 406 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
