2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 52 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1697 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Escalade | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
