2009 Audi R8 vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
Make | Audi | Bristol |
Model | R8 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |