1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | Stola | 411 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
