1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 411 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
