2009 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 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 330 (500 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 330 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 39 L |