1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 1981 Citroen CX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403.
Because 1953 Bristol 403 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 1953 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX, 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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1981 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 403 | CX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
