1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 34 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, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Audi |
| Model | 412 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2914 mm |
