1998 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Bristol 405
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1958 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
