2007 Audi S6 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 49 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S6 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
