2000 Audi R8 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 56 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Simca 5 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | R8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
