2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 52 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), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 245 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Centauri | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
