2009 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
