2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Q7 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
