1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1910 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Simca |
| Model | Silver Spur | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2010 mm |
