1990 Audi 200 vs. 1955 Bristol 403
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1955 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Bristol 403 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 1955 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 1955 Bristol 403 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | 200 | 403 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |