1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1969 Simca 1200S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 23 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | GTO | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
