2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 490 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 390 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 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | Carrera GT | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
