2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental 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 Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, 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 Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
