1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 411 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
