1967 Audi Variant vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 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 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1950 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | Variant | 401 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |