1958 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1958 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Aronde | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | Aronde | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
