2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 35 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 80 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 159 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
