2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 68 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 965 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:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F430 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
