1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 10 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1080 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 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, 1973 Citroen GS, 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1973 Citroen GS | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Mulsanne | GS |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 56 L |