2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 913 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Brooklands | DS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |