2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1835 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
