1986 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 1949 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 1949 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1949 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 100 | 401 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |