1981 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 80 | 411 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |