1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.

Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Bristol 411 2012 Audi A5
Make Bristol Audi
Model 411 A5
Year Released 1969 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6286 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 67 L


 

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