1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 1 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 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 856 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 350 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2230 mm |
