1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 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 193 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 75 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
