1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Mulsanne | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2230 mm |
