1963 Simca Ariane vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca Ariane | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | Ariane | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
