1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 300 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
