1999 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
