1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 7 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 130 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 1963 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 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:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Super 90 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
