1971 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Bristol 412 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 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 412 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
