1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Dino | 8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
