1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bristol |
| Model | A 106 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 289 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |
