1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 411 | DS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |