1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1961 Bristol 406
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 9 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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1961 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Bristol |
| Model | GT | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
