1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1957 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Bristol 405.
Because 1955 Bristol 405 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 1955 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 405 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 405 | DS |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |