1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
Model | 409 | Virage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |