1996 Audi A6 vs. 1948 Bristol 400
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1948 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
