1963 Simca Ariane vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2657 kg more than 1963 Simca Ariane. 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca Ariane | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Simca | Lincoln |
| Model | Ariane | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
