1941 Simca 5 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 975 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Simca 5 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Simca | Panoz |
| Model | 5 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
