1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 51 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Because 1961 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 32 L |
