1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 411 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
