1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 623 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Aronde | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
