1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (471 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SL | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
