1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1956 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 405 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
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 | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |