1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 411 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
