1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 411 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
