2007 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 409 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
