2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
