2004 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 31 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 110.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
