2005 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Bristol 405
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 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 235 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1955 Bristol 405. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1955 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
