1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 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 214 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 411 | CX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
