1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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 330 (390 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 330 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 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 | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |