1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 192 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 406 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
