1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 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 168 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Spider | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
