1948 Simca 5 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Simca 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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:
| 1948 Simca 5 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 4800 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 | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2918 mm |
