1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 694 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | V8 Volante | 406 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.6 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |