1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2206 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2010 mm |
