2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. 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, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | GSA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
