1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 430 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F355 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 39 L |
