1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 411 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
