1984 Audi 90 vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 90 | 408 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |