1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 590 kg more than 1953 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 512 TR | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1288 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1570 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 |
