2009 Audi A6 vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
