1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Bristol | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 411 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
