1946 Buick 40 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1946 Buick 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1946 Buick 40 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | 40 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 564 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
