1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3100 mm |
