2000 BMW 525 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1951 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 525 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |