1975 Ferrari 512 S vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1975 Ferrari 512 S and 1975 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 512 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 S (543 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 S should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 S | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 512 S | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
