1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Cuneo | 411 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
