1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Brooklands | 2CV |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |