2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 550 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |