2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1950 Bristol 450
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 770 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1950 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 450 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
