1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 409 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2496 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
