2005 BMW 545 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 49 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 545 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
