2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | Cayenne | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
