1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 14 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 153 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Alfa 6 | 411 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |