1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 880 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 365 GT | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
