2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1948 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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2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |