2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
