1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 37 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), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1201 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Simca | Bentley |
| Model | 1301 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2746 mm |
