1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 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 32 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DB4 | 411 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |