1992 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 540 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | S | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
