2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 48 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Alpina | Simca |
| Model | B3 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| 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 | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
