2004 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Bristol 403
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1955 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1955 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
