1943 Simca 5 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1943 Simca 5 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Simca | Chrysler |
| Model | 5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 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 | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3053 mm |
