1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Bristol | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 411 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
