1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Bristol | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 411 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
