1964 Abarth 2000 vs. 1964 Bristol 408
To start off, both 1964 Abarth 2000 and 1964 Bristol 408 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 2000. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1964 Abarth 2000. 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. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 2000 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 2000 | 1964 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 2000 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2910 mm |
