1995 Porsche 965 vs. 1979 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 2 Litres would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Simca 2 Litres.
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. 1979 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 1979 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 965 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
