1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 410. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 410. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 410 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 81 L |
