2005 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| 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 | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
