1951 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Simca Aronde is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 4,256 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bentley Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 900 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bentley Mark VI | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Mark VI | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4256 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 56 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
