1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 39 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 745 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Simca | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2751 mm |
