1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 1965 Bristol 409 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Giulia | 409 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 81 L |