1945 Simca 5 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1945 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:
| 1945 Simca 5 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 5 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
