1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Arnage | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
