2009 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A3 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
