1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Coupe | 409 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
