1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 445 kg more than 1953 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Bora | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Bora | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
