1969 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 11 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Brougham (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Brougham | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Brougham | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2450 mm |
