1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Z1 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
