2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 376 kg more than 1959 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 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 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | CL | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
