2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 438 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 875 kg more than 1963 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Alpina | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
