1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | 2CV | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 650 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 90 L |
