1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Brooklands 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 2010 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1026 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV. 2010 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | 2CV | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 1048 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3117 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 96 L |
