1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 512 TR | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1290 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 1515 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 36 L |
