1962 Simca Ariane vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 Simca Ariane. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca Ariane | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | Ariane | M3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
