2007 BMW 523 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1952 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1952 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1952 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 523 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 1575 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |
