1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 603 | DS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 43 L |