2005 BMW 745 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1953 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1953 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 745 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 39 L |
