2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1948 Bristol 400
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1948 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | RS4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
