1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 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 81 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 164 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
