2000 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | R8 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
