2007 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 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 |
