2003 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 30 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, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
