1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1948 Bristol 400
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1948 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Bristol |
| Model | A3C | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
