2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Charger | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
