1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SL | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
