1941 Simca 5 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 71 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1410 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
