2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Enzo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 36 L |
