1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Turbo | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 53 L |
