2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bristol Fighter 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 2003 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | Fighter | CX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
