1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1945 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:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Testarossa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
