2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1968 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 Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Azure | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
