2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 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 2003 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 2003 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | DS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 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 |
