1952 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1952 Ferrari 255 S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 70 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 1952 Ferrari 255 S | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 255 S | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 39 L |
