2008 Audi A5 vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 10 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 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A5 | 409 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
