2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 35 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 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1565 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental GT | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
