1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DB5 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
