1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 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 162 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bristol |
| Model | A 310 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2910 mm |
