1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 38 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 154 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | F40 | 8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |