1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 408 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |
