1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 55 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), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Simca | Infiniti |
| Model | Aronde | M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| 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 | 56 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2901 mm |
