1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 57 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 403 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2992 mm |
