1985 Audi 100 vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401.
Because 1951 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 401 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
