1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Bristol | Avanti |
Model | 408 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |