1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 4 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406.
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, 2003 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 406 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
