1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 857 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | CX | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
