1978 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 1976 Bristol 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 603 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
