2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8.
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. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Brooklands | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2430 mm |
