1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 90 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | SZ | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
