2007 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A4 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
