2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1955 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | CL | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
