1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1954 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1954 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1954 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 411 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |