2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 6 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.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | E-350 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |