1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 248 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 406 | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
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 | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |