1959 Simca Aronde vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Aronde | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Simca | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aronde | SL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 80 L |
