1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Alpine | Bristol |
Model | A 106 | 411 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |