1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 512 TR | 1301 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1475 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 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 | 1570 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |