2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Arnage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 36 L |
