1979 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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 1979 Citroen CX. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | CX | Continental |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 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 | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |