1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 407 | Q3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |