1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Brooklands | Axel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |