2007 BMW 550 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 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. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 550 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
