2007 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | S8 | 409 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
