2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1971 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Azure | DS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3130 mm |