1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DB4 | 411 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |