1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1951 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Simca Aronde | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | Aronde | Z4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |