1995 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 330 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |