1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 250 GTO | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
