1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 411 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
