1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 15 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (156 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 610 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 280 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
