2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 2025 kg more than 1941 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:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | F-350 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2010 mm |
