2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 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 (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1984 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 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, 1984 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | C 15 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |