1968 Audi 100 vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 5 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 1963 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
