2008 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 980 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | M6 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |