1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bentley Brooklands 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 1993 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15, 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1953 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1953 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Brooklands | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3100 mm |
