1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, both 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 5,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom (164 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 940 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. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Simca |
| Model | Phantom | 8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5673 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 33 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3690 mm | 2430 mm |
