1981 Audi UR vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | UR | 411 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 110.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
