1976 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 100 | 400 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |