1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 115 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
Make | Avanti | Bristol |
Model | Avanti | 408 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2910 mm |