1983 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 BMW 316.
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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1966 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 316 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
