2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 984 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 36 L |
