2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 803 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 1972 Citroen GS | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |