1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1961 Bristol 406
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1961 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Alfetta | 406 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 81 L |
