1994 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 603 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
