1988 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 570 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | S | 8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
