1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1959 Bristol 406
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1959 Bristol 406 | |
Make | Alpine | Bristol |
Model | V6 | 406 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |