1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
