1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1961 Bristol 406
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1961 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Carabo | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 81 L |
