2009 BMW 120 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 120 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |