1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Roadmaster | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
