1950 Ferrari 195 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, both 1950 Ferrari 195 and 1950 Simca 8 were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,341 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 195 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 195 (145 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 195 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 195 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 195 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 195 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
