1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Coupe | 412 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
