1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 976 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | CX | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
