1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 481 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bristol Blenheim 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 1994 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | Blenheim | CX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
