2008 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 330 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |