2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 28 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | RS4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 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 |
