1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1957 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1958 Bristol 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1957 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 25 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |