2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP) has 401 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1948 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1948 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Arnage | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
