1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1965 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 240 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
