2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 39 L |
