2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX 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 205 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | BX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
