1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 439 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 408 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3122 mm |
