2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde.
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. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Azure | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
