1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 408 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
