2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 178 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.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DB9 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 110.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
