2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 913 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.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chrysler | Simca |
Model | 300 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |