1984 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 729 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 90 | 603 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
