1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 309 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.
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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 406 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |