1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 915 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | 15 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| 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 | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2746 mm |
