1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1955 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 403 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2807 mm |