1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 870 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SC | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
