1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 406 | BX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
