2005 Audi A8 vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1952 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
