1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 595 kg more than 1951 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F512 M | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
