1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 411 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
