1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1946 Simca 5
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1946 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 850 kg more than 1946 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.
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1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1946 Simca 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | Mondial | 5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1946 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |