1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 1965 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 409 | A5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |