2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 720 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | Coupe | Aronde |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |