1972 Buick GS vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 634 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | GS | 1500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |