1941 Simca 5 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 72 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1297 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Simca | Cadillac |
| Model | 5 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
