2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental GT | Visa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
