1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 512 F1 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
