2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 45 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 490 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Alpina | Simca |
Model | B3 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 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 | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |