1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 7 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 124 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1585 kg |
