2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1969 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Arnage 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 2005 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1969 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
