1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 307 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 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 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 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 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | CX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3100 mm |