1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1948 Bristol 450
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1948 Bristol 450.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1948 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 2400 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
