1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | ZX | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |
