2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 360 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1289 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 | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |