1973 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1405 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | GS | Continental |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |