1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 412 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |