1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 175 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 6C | 401 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
