1999 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | R8 | 411 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |