2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 857 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | STS | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
