1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 135 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 406 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
