1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1958 Bristol 406 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406.
Because 1958 Bristol 406 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 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | 15 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |