2008 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
