2009 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 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 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 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 | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
