1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1956 Citroen DS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 88 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400.
Because 1949 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 400 | DS |
Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |