1981 Audi 80 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 80 | 406 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |