2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX 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 (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. 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, 1974 Citroen CX, 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Azure | CX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |