1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 Simca Ariane. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 308 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |