1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | F355 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 42 L |