1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Spider | 411 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 455 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 110.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |