2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F430 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
