2008 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A5 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
