1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 120 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 411 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1830 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 |
