1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Giulietta | 411 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
