2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 1200S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |