2008 Maybach 57 vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1741 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 876 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1301 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1301 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Maybach | Simca |
| Model | 57 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
