1990 Audi 90 vs. 1948 Bristol 401
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Audi 90.
Because 1948 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 1948 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90, 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 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1948 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 90 | 401 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
