2007 Audi A6 vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
