1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 556 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 512 TR | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1014 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 |
