1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Mulsanne | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 42 L |
