1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 373 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 411 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
