1955 Maserati 250 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1955 Maserati 250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1955 Maserati 250.
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:
| 1955 Maserati 250 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 250 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
