1959 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1316 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm) has 910 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Aronde | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Simca | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aronde | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 90 L |
