2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 904 kg more than 1945 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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2005 Nissan 350Z | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | 350Z | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1945 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |