1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 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 2 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1998 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 406 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
