1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1055 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 400 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
