1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 213 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 411 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
