1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental 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 313 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | C3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
