1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 44 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 790 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F355 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4900 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 | 1770 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
