1999 Audi R8R vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 1583 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | R8R | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 463 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
