2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DB7 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
