1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 33 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
