1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 605 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Testarossa | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
