1999 Audi S8 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S8 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
