2009 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Bristol 403
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Bristol 403. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1954 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A6 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
