2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | GranSport | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| 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 | 396 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
