1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 376 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | E | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 39 L |
