1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is newer by 5 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 114 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) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | V8 Saloon | 411 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
