2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Q7 | 412 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |
