1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Testarossa | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
