1973 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | GS | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |