1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 411 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |
