1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Continental 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 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | CX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3100 mm |