1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Alfetta | 411 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
