1975 Audi 50 vs. 1957 Bristol 405
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Bristol 405 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 1957 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1957 Bristol 405 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 50 | 405 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |