1985 BMW M5 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1953 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | M5 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |