1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 65 kg more than 1952 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Quattro | 401 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
