2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 338 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Bentley | Simca |
Model | Arnage | Aronde |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |