1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 1997 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 850 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen GS, 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bristol Blenheim | 1975 Citroen GS | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | Blenheim | GS |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |