1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. 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 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 has automatic transmission and 1970 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1970 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | E420 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
