2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | C | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
