2002 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Bristol 409
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Bristol 409 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 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8, 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1967 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 409 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2910 mm |
