1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1962 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 5 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 550 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 3200 CS | Aronde |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |