2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 246 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | Vanquish | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
