1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 411 | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
