1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Simca | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aronde | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
