1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1967 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1947 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:
| 1967 Monteverdi 375 | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Simca |
| Model | 375 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
