1987 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1817 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | AX | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
