1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 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 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | Virage | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
