1957 BMW 600 vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1964 Simca Ariane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca Ariane (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca Ariane weights approximately 554 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1964 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 600 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2700 mm |
