1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Bentley | Simca |
Model | Brooklands | 1301 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |