1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1943 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1962 Bristol 407 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1943 Citroen 7A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Bristol 407 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 1962 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 7A, 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. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 7A has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 7A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1943 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 407 | 7A |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
