1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Venturi |
Model | M530 | 400 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |