1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen C 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 978 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | C 15 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 1048 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |