2004 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | S4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
