1955 Simca Vedette vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Vedette | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Simca | Bentley |
| Model | Vedette | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2746 mm |
