1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bristol |
| Model | A 310 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2910 mm |
