2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1952 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1952 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1952 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Arnage | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 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 | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 835 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 39 L |
