1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 33 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
