1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 2 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
