1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1947 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.
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1992 Ferrari 456 | 1947 Simca 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 456 | 5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1947 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |