2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (229 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SLK | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
