2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 492 kg more than 1955 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | 350Z | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
