2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
