1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1951 Citroen 11
To start off, 1959 Bristol 406 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1951 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1951 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 406 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
