1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 308 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
