1986 Audi 200 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 200 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 81 L |
