1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 570 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.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 365 GTC | Aronde |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |