2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 59 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Brera | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
