1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1954 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 403 | A3 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |