2006 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 1969 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
