2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 43 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 440 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | McLaren | Simca |
| Model | F1 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
