1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 408 | Q7 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |