2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX 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 472 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX, 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 940 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Brooklands | BX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
