1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 8 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Alfa 6 | 411 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |