1985 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Bristol 406
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1960 Bristol 406 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 1960 Bristol 406. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1960 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
