2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 894 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1970 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1970 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Maybach | Simca |
| Model | 57 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
