2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
