2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
