1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 660 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 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Bristol | Tata |
Model | 406 | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |