2005 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | S4 | 410 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 81 L |
