1958 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1948 Simca 6
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 6 would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1948 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 1948 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1948 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 340 Spider | 6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 570 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
