1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1964 Ford GT 40 is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 96 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 1957 Simca Aronde (88 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | GT 40 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
