1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia, 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 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | Xantia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |