1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 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 200 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 411 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
