2006 Audi A3 vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A3 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
