1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1943 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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1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1943 Simca 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 512 TR | 5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1943 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 570 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |