1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1952 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 450 (378 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1952 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1952 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 450 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 39 L |
