1965 Simca Ariane vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Simca Ariane | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | Ariane | 535 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |