1986 Citroen C vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | C | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1986 | 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 | 59 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3066 mm |
