1941 Simca 5 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 70 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Simca 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Simca 5 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Simca | Porsche |
Model | 5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 568 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |