1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
