2008 BMW 650 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 53 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), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 680 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde. 2008 BMW 650 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. 2008 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 650 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |