1980 Audi 80 vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Bristol 409 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 1965 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 80 | 409 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
