1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Azure 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | CX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 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 | 5350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3100 mm |
