2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Azure | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Azure | DS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3140 mm |