1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 401 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 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1949 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 401 | GS |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |