2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 629 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | C | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
