2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
