1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F40 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
