1975 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | S | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
