1986 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Bristol 406
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1959 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 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80, 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1959 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 80 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 1046 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
