1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Abarth | Bristol |
Model | 850 | 411 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |