1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1964 Bristol 408
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1964 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | Virage | 408 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
