2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental 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 Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 Continental (835 Nm) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
