1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 408 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
