2007 Audi A3 vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
