2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DB7 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
