1981 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Bristol 405
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Bristol 405 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 1955 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, 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, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1955 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
