1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 411 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
