2005 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 400 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
