2007 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
