1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 5 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 211 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Alfasud | 411 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |