1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 125 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Bristol 411 | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Bristol | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 411 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |