1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | Aronde | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
