1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 40 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 411 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 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 |
