1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
