2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 424 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 360 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
