2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1966 Simca 1200S

To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari Enzo 1966 Simca 1200S
Make Ferrari Simca
Model Enzo 1200S
Year Released 2005 1966
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 5998 cc 1204 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 652 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 657 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 53 L


 

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