1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Simca | Bentley |
| Model | 1301 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2746 mm |
