2006 BMW 650 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 53 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1953 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 650 (488 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 650 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |
