1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 Citroen XM
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 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 173 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bristol 411 | 1995 Citroen XM | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 411 | XM |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |