2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1956 Bristol 405
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1956 Bristol 405 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | Q5 | 405 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |