1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, both 1963 Bristol 408 and 1963 Lancia Flavia were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Bristol 408 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 1963 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 408 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
