1952 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1952 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1952 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Simca Aronde | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Simca | Maserati |
| Model | Aronde | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 90 L |
