2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 72 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DB7 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
