1966 Simca 1300 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 891 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Simca | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
