1985 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | BX | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
