1954 Citroen Traction vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen Traction. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen Traction would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1954 Citroen Traction. (77 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen Traction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1954 Citroen Traction. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen Traction. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen Traction | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | Traction | Continental |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1475 mm |
