1953 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde.
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 525 (450 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1953 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1953 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Simca Aronde | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | Aronde | 525 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |