2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Bentley | Simca |
Model | Arnage | Aronde |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |