1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Turbo | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 19 L |
