Bristol 406

General information
Model	Bristol 406
Year	1961
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Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2216 ccm (135.22 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	4
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 5-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	2216 ccm (135.22 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 6 cylinder
Max power	92.7 PS (68 kW or 91 HP) at 4700 Rev. per min.
Max torque	174.00 Nm (17.7 kgf-m or 128.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.0:1
Bore x stroke	68.7 x 99.6 mm (2.7 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	2
Gearbox	Manual, 5-speed
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.0738 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4920 litres (1,300 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient	0.4
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakes	Disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1260 kg (2,777.8 pounds)
Overall length	4980 mm (196.1 inches)
Overall width	1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height	1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance	170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase	2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	81.0 litres (21.40 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK