1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Spider | 603 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 81 L |
