1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | Monotipo | 409 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
