2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 36 L |
