2007 Lexus SC vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 570 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus SC | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | SC | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
