2005 Audi S4 vs. 1960 Bristol 406
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Bristol 406. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1960 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | S4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
