1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 47 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 400 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |