1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Maranello | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
