1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Mulsanne | DS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |
