1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 1978 Bristol 412 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. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Coupe | 412 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
