1991 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 100 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
