2005 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
