1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 512 BB | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
