1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 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 109 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 407 | CX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
