1970 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Bristol 405
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Bristol 405 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 1954 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1954 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1954 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
