1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 400 | A8 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |