1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 300 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
