1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1956 Bristol 405.
Because 1956 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 1956 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 405 | C3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |