1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi Coupe | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | Coupe | 411 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |