2007 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 1978 Bristol 412 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 1978 Bristol 412. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
