1948 Simca 8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1948 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1948 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2946 mm |
