2005 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
