1984 Audi 90 vs. 1977 Bristol 412
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 634 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1977 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 90 | 412 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
