2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1811 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Arnage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2230 mm |
