1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1962 Simca Ariane. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 230 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
