1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 575 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | E | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
