2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1953 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 Continental T (875 Nm) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 1953 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1953 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental T | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 39 L |
