1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 1965 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bristol |
| Model | V6 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
