1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 412 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
