2006 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 49 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 530 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
