1988 BMW 535 vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 22 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 535 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 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 | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
