1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Abarth | Bristol |
Model | 1300 | 411 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2910 mm |