2007 BMW 730 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1954 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 730 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |