1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F40 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
