2005 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
