1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 342 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
