2007 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1966 Simca Ariane. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 318 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
