1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 401 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 56 L |
