1984 Audi 90 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 26 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 90 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
