1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 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 184 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | 145 | 411 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |