2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 15, 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 Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 1989 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Azure | C 15 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |