1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Simca | Porsche |
Model | 1000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |