1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1966 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 411 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
