1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | GTV | 408 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
