1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 19 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1002 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 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 | 2012 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2530 mm |
