1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 409 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 91 L |
