1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DB2 | 411 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |