2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 551 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
