2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | RS6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
