1999 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 1976 Bristol 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | 603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 81 L |
