1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1961 Bristol 406 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406.
Because 1961 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 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15, 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | 15 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |