1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | 15 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2746 mm |