1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Bristol | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 406 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
