2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alpina | Simca |
| Model | B3 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
