1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1965 Citroen Ami
To start off, both 1965 Bristol 408 and 1965 Citroen Ami were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Bristol 408 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 1965 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen Ami, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1965 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 408 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 25 L |
