1980 Audi Sport vs. 1954 Bristol 403
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1954 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Sport | 403 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
