2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 855 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 300 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |
