2005 Audi S4 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | S4 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
