1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
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, 1987 Citroen BX, 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1987 Citroen BX | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | BX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |