1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 105 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 411 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2745 mm |
