2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 58 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DBS | 401 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |