1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Fighter. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Sport | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 787 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
