1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1944 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 Porsche 928 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 928 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
