1955 Simca Vedette vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. 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. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Vedette | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Simca | Ferrari |
| Model | Vedette | 456 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
